Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Tug.
How to pronounce tug:
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Tug - as a noun
Tug - as a verb
Pull hard
Example: "The prisoner tugged at the chains"
Strive and make an effort to reach a goal
Example: "She tugged for years to make a decent living"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drive9labor7labour8push9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fight12struggle10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Tow (a vessel) with a tug
Example: "The tugboat tugged the freighter into the harbor"
Carry with difficulty
Example: "You'll have to lug this suitcase"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lug4tote4Move by pulling hard
Example: "The horse finally tugged the cart out of the mud"
Pull or strain hard at
Example: "Each oar was tugged by several men"
Struggle in opposition
Example: "She tugged and wrestled with her conflicts"
Example Sentences
"He gave a tug on the rope to test its strength."
"She felt a gentle tug on her sleeve."
"The child gave the dog's tail a playful tug."
"The fishermen felt a strong tug on the fishing line."
"There was a tug on his heartstrings when he saw the old photograph."
Word Game Points
Is TUG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tug is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TUG has a SCRABBLE points total of 4.
Is TUG a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tug is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTUG has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.
Is TUG a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tug is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTUG has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.
